RocketMVPRocketMVP
Inspired by Zapier

Build a Zapier Alternative MVP

Create a no-code automation platform connecting apps and workflows.

5-7 months
Development Time
$35,000 - $70,000
Estimated Cost

Problem Solved

Connecting apps and automating workflows without code, tailored for specific needs.

Target Audience

Businesses wanting lower costs
Industry-specific automation
Power users needing more control
Developers wanting code-friendly options

Core MVP Features

1
Visual workflow builder
2
App connections (triggers/actions)
3
Multi-step workflows
4
Conditional logic
5
Data transformation
6
Error handling and retry
7
Scheduling
8
Execution logs

How to Differentiate

  • Better pricing model
  • Industry-specific integrations
  • More powerful logic
  • Self-hosted option
  • Developer-friendly (code steps)

Revenue Models

Usage-based (tasks/runs)Flat monthly subscriptionPer-workflow pricingEnterprise licensesSelf-hosted licensing

Technical Requirements

Visual workflow editor
OAuth app connections
Webhook handling
Job queue system
Retry and error handling
Execution sandboxing

Key Success Metrics

Workflows createdTasks executedActive integrationsError rateUser retention

Success Stories

Make (Integromat)

Visual automation with complex logic

Acquired for $400M+

n8n

Open-source, self-hosted automation

$23M raised

Pipedream

Developer-first automation

$24M raised

Frequently Asked Questions

Why would someone not use Zapier?

Pricing at scale, need for complex logic, specific integrations, self-hosting requirements, or developer-friendly code steps.

How do you build integrations?

Start with 10-20 popular integrations. Use OAuth for auth. Standardize trigger/action interfaces. Add more based on demand.

How do you handle execution at scale?

Use job queues (Bull, RabbitMQ), worker scaling, and proper rate limiting. Zapier handles billions of tasks - you dont need that on day one.

Ready to Build Your Zapier Alternative?

We'll help you launch an MVP in 21 days for $3,999. Get a production-ready product, not just a prototype.

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